THANKFUL ON THURSDAY!!!!

THURSDAY, JUNE 9^TH, 2011, in KEY WEST WITH LYNDA!!!!

DONNA & KEVIN GALLAGHER ARE THANKFUL…. “…that their baby granddaughter, Jessie Gallagher came out of her recent very serious surgery perfectly. We are thankful that everything went according to textbook….that it was done at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. We are thankful that, at this point, it seems that this surgery has corrected the problem and that she will no need additional procedures….great news! Thank you all for praying for Baby Jessie!”

PRAYER CHAIN… Please keep the following in your special thoughts and prayers……Jessie Gallagher and her family….Richard Crooks…..Neil Call….Don Stout…..George Poulin……Bill Larkin….Carol Schenk….Joe Liszka and Kim Romano….Stephen Elliott….Claire Carroll…. Jennifer O’Lear……Steve Andres & Harrold Barry….AJ Woods and family…Bill Mansfield….Dick Jones…Nancy Robinson…Sally Lewis….Patrick Richards….Alan Ferguson….Lenore Toria’s dear Mother……two special friends who want to remain anonymous….Remember, there are all kinds of reasons why people need prayers, not just health related. Prayer changes things!!!! Let me know if anyone should be added to this list…a family member or a friend going through tough times. We really are all in this thing called ‘Life” together.

TAP DANCERS UNITE!!!! SAT., JUNE 11^TH….. Bruce Moore has breezed back into town and he has already gathered his tappers together for Class on Saturday, at 11 AM at Body Zone South! It was great fun to get together once again!!!!!! We will meet again on June 11^th. Hope you can attend! Also, if you are a prospective tapper….and would like to join a summer BEGINNER class, please let Bruce know by calling him at 305-393-2276.

ADOPT A CAT MONTH IN KEY WEST…..ALL OF JUNE!!!! ‘It’s raining CATS’ at The Florida Keys SPCA, so they are designating June as Adopt a Cat Month….. all thru June cats and kittens can be adopted for FREE, thanks to an anonymous donor! They all come complete with vaccinations, are spayed or neutered, and micro-chipped! There are SO many felines at the SPCA that they hope you will take full advantage of this FREE offer and make rooms in your homes and hearts for a sweet pet! Call 294-4857 for more info. The shelter is located on College Rd. on Stock Island. Come one and all!

DEDICATION CEREMONY FOR PEACOCK APTS. ON JUNE 9^TH…. A dedication ceremony is planned for 5 pm at 1622 Spaulding Ct. at Poinciana in KW for the new Heron-Peacock Supported Living Apartment. This is a non- profit org. providing housing and supportive services to those living with mental illness. Nelson & Sherry Read who have raised awareness of mental illness to our community, will be honored at this event. All invited.

HELP KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL WITH OPERATION GRADUATION….$4 thou needed…. Thus far $16,000 has been collected for Operation Graduation for the senior class…an all night event providing a safe, alcohol & drug free celebration….a night of music, dancing, movies, games, fun and food. Everyone is asked to help, as it takes a great effort to make this happen. However….it takes $4,000 MORE DOLLARS for this event to be put on. If the money isn’t raised, the event will probably have to be cancelled. If everyone on my list contributed $15. Each, we could say we gave our graduating seniors a wonderful and safe time! Think about it….and send whatever you can to this Fund! Perhaps if your org wants to do something on behalf of the kids, you can put on a fundraiser. Or, donations can be sent to Key West High School….Attention of Leslie Holmes….at 2100 Flagler Ave…..Key West, FL 33040. Contact Leslie at 293-1549, ex:54434, or e-mail her at leslie.holmes@keysschools.com

JOSEPH LOWE CONCERT AT ST. PAUL’S EVERY WEEKDAY…..Mon.-Fri. Joe Lowe presents his FREE piano and organ concert from Mon. thru Fri. from noon to 1 pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Duval & Eaton St.

CHRISTOPHER PETERSON….HE’S BA-A-ACK! 6/10 & 11….. And aren’t we glad????? We caught Christopher Peterson’s EYECONS show last week, along with a full house of adoring fans, and we never stopped smiling and laughing! He is one-of-a-kind, and Key West is blessed to have him back. He will be performing on Friday and Saturday nights in the Crystal Room……this coming June 10 and 11, at 9 pm in the Crystal Room at LaTeDa!!!! Call 296-6706 for reservations!

DONNA BARNETT & TERRI WHITE ARE THANKFUL….. “We are so thankful for all of the support we received from our Key West friends, who came to see “Follies” in D.C. The number of people who came here to see the show is staggering, which makes us feel loved and supported. We are appreciative & thankful for this amazing outpouring of love!”

TIX FOR BOBBY IN THE LOBBY NOW ON SALE…. One of the all-time most popular Cabaret Shows at the Tennessee Williams Theatre, is BOBBY IN THE LOBBY! Bobby Nesbitt ‘s presentations ALWAYS sell out very quickly! You can begin purchasing your tickets right now by going to www.keystix.com or calling the box office at 295-7676. Tables go liket hot cakes, and I know you do not want to be disappointed. Bobby will be performing 2 shows this season, and both will be presented on two evenings. Show #1 features the “Lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein” on January 8^th and 9^th, 2012….and stars Bruce Moore and Susan Powell. Show #2 features the “Songs of Jule Styne” on Aprik 1 & 2, 2012, and stars Carmen Rodriguez and Danny Weathers. Make a note and order your tickets NOW!

TAVERN ‘N TOWN ON JUNE 9…… It’s Carmen Rodriguez and Gordy Michael entertaining from 5 to 9 pm in the Lounge at Beachside Marriott! 2 for 1 cocktails from 5 to 7….special tapas menu on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

SCHOONER WHARF ON JUNE 9….. .Noon to 5 pm, it’s Michael McCloud entertaining ….From 7 to 11 pm, it’s the Cool Duo of Sam Ramos & Friend ….From 9 pm until 1 am, it’s the magic of Frank Everhart.

DAVE BOOTLE AT LATEDA ON JUNE 9 & 10…. Dave Bootle will be entertaining in The By George Bar at 9 pm until midnight this week….wear your dancin’ shoes!

GORDY & DEBBIE MICHAEL ARE THANKFUL…… ….”for all the friends we have made in The Keys. You will all be missed. Thank you, Ric and Carmen, for making the wonderful party at Tavern ‘N Town possible. Thank you, Lynda and Bob for all your support and love. Very special thanks to Carmen Rodriguez, again, for all your help and love. I have watched you blossom and grow as a performer. I would also like to thank my “B.F.”, Lonnie Jacobson, who gave me my first chance down here, and stuck with me and stuck with me during the bad times, and supported me when I ‘grew up.’ We will come back as often as we can. For those of you that ‘believe’…please pray for us….and for everyone else, just wish us well. Love and Thanks.”

INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR FANTASY FEST KING OR QUEEN???? If you have ever harbored the thought of competing for Fantasy Fest King or Queen, please read this! AIDS Help wants you as a candidate. There will be an information meeting with Q & A on Tues., June 21, at the Southernmost Hotel Conference Room, at 1319 Duval St. at 6:00 PM for all those interested parties. Note that the Campaign Kickoff takes place on Fri., Aug. 26. The top fundraisers will be crowned King & Queen on Fri., Oct. 21 at the Coronation Ball. This year’s theme is “The Lost City of Atlantis.” For more info call Pam DeMala at 296-6196.

IN MEMORIAM……… I just learned that Harriet Harris Ruchman, beloved mother of Neal passed away last week. She suffered a heart attack on Wed. at noon. She was buried on June 5^th, next to her husband, Harry, who recently passed at age 101. A Memorial service will be held in Annapolis, MD at 6 pm on Thurs., June 9^th. Messages can be sent to Neal Ruchman, at 95 Monticello Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401.

JEANIE FALCONE PERFORMS June 10 & 11…. and June 9….. On June 10 and 11, Jeanie performs at The Bull between 6 and 10 pm. On June 9, Jeanie performs at The Southernmost Hotel on the Beach in the Shore Bar, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm.

BABY T AT THE BULL…..                                         Alison Mayer, aka BABY T, will be performing at the Bull on Sundays from 6 to 9 pm and Monday eves from 8 to Midnight!!!!!

I AM THANKFUL FOR CINDY LU & SUZANNE WASHBURN….. “I am thankful to Cindy Lu & Suzanne Washburn, who sent me very compliment-ridden messages about being thankful for Me! “ Now, ain’t that sweet? Thanks, Cindy & Suzanne for all the lovely things you said about me….are you trying to give me a big head? And, by the way, you did a great job at Aqua Idol on Tues. night….and Congrats on your new exciting Gen. Mgr. Position with Great Events! You da bomb!

$25 BIRTHDAY BAR TAB AT THE BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE……                  If you are at the Bottlecap at 1128 Simonton St. on the exact day of your birthday, just show them a valid ID and receive a $25 bar tab and party favors too! (See your bartender for any restrictions.) Tell all your friends about this new great deal in town. Thanks again to Carolyn and Carmello!!!

JUNE DANCE CLASSES WITH LUCY & LEON…. Learn to dance with Lucy & Leon….3 new 8 week dance courses starting #1) Mon., from 8 to 9 pm, beginner Rumba…#2).Wed., from 7 to 8 pm, beginner intermediate Latin Mix….#3).Wed. from 8 to 9 pm, Beginner/ Intermediate Swing. Singles Welcome…Please Pre-register. Located at Paradise Health & Fitness Dance Studio at 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Call 296-6348 or e-mail 2610fog@bellsouth.net.

BUY A BRICK AT POINCIANA ROYALE….. This new 50 unit housing complex from AIDS Help will soon be opening. For only $50 per 4 X 8 brick, you can inscribe your own name, commemorate a significant life event….or honor the memory of another on the brick pathway. To place an order access www.AIDSHelp.cc. For more info call Rodney Ross at 293-3671.

FRIDAY NIGHT FREAK SHOW AT BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE…..6/10…… Gina Maseratti is the emcee….This is an open mic night, a carry over from The ArtBar Days…ALL talent is welcome…..from 8 to 11 pm…..audio & visual dance music by DeeJay Gerk. The stage is used for YOUR artistic expression. Share your hidden talents with everyone every Fr. Night. 1128 Simonton St. Let the BottleCap know if you have a special talent to warn about at www.bottlecapkeywest.com.

AT THE GARDENS HOTEL…..BOBBY NESBITT TONIGHT….                                    From Wed. thru Sun., the D’Vine Wine Gallery is open from 5 to 10 pm……Thursday, June 9, it’s Bobby Nesbitt performing in the Conservatory from 5:30 to 9 pm……And Sunday, June 12, it’s Jazz in the Gardens from 5:30 to 8 PM!!!!!

WE HAVE AN APARTMENT FOR RENT….. If you, or someone you know, is looking for an apartment, take heed! We have a 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 800 square foot Apt. available as of July 15^th. There is a nice Florida Room…includes all kitchen appliance…ceiling fans….central AC…..plenty of parking….Safe…Clean….Only $950 per month. Preferred Non-Smokers with limited pets. First & Last month rent required, but no security deposit with a solid credit rating. This unit is unfurnished, but is negotiable if furniture is required. Located on US 1 at MM.22.8 in Cudjoe Key, FL. Call Bob Frechette at 305-304-2584 if interested. Thank you so much.

KEY WEST PRIDE WEEK JUNE 8 THRU 12….. Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for all the great events coming up…..you can check out www.keywestpride.org.

PRIDE FEST FILM FESTIVAL ON JUNE 9….. The new 2011 documentary, ‘Making the Boys,’ which revisits the stage & film versions of ‘The Boys in the Band,’ receives its KW premiere on Thurs., June 9 at The Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St. at 6 pm! To refresh you on the film, on June 8, the actual movie from 1970 will be shown at the Tropic at 6 pm. Both presentations are offered FREE to the public. This is an impactful documentary with interviews from original cast members…there will be a live Q & A vido-conference with filmmaker Crayton Robey. On Friday, June 10, the film, ‘And the Band Played On’ will be presented at 6 pm. Audience members will be asked to reminisce and share personal stories and recollections of the early HIV/AIDS warzone afterward.

SKIPPER KRIPITZ & BOBBY NESBITT ON JUNE 10 AT SALUTE….. From 6 to 8, the wonderful Bobby Nesbitt will join the super Skipper Kripitz for a mellow evening at Salute….They packed ‘em in the last time they performed together and it will be the same on June 10….Call Salute at 292-1117 for reservations!

PASTA FOR PRIDE…..MCC BENEFIT ON JUNE 10^TH….. On Fri., June 10^th, there will be an Unlimited Italian Buffet and an Open Full Bar, for only $25 per person, at the New York Pasta Garden at 1075 Duval Square. Advance tix can be bought by calling 294-8912 or at the door. All proceeds will go to help the programs & ministries at The MCC Church on Petronia St. Tell all your friends!

RICHIE SPADA IS THANKFUL….. “I am thankful just to be back Home in Key West!!!”

KW PRIDE COMEDY SHOW AT SAN CARLOS…..JUNE 11……… This Comedy Show stars Jason Stuart & Michele Balan at 8 pm at The San Carlos on Duval St. This is a fundraiser for the KW Business Guild and is an ALL Welcome Event! Long before she was one of the Last Comics Standing, NYC comedienne, Michele Balan had a successful career making people laugh. Now she teams with one of the most successful openly gay male comics in the country, Jason Stuart with over 150 film & TV show credits. Tix are $30 by calling 294-4603 or by going to www.keywestpride.org.

BOTTLECAP GROOVE LOUNGE ON JUNE 10^TH….. From 5 to 8 PM, all Tips will go to benefit the Florida Keys SPCA…silent auction, complimentary appetizers, and celebrity bartenders! Located at 1128 Simonton St.

COMEDY SHOW TIX NOW ON SALE…JUNE 12…. An evening with Postal Wendy & Christine O’Leary……a KW Pride Event…..8:30 pm at Lateda…Tix are $25. This show will be akin to One Human Family meets the Gay Boys at The Bath House…with the soundtrack of Glee! Call 304-1181 for more info or tix or also go to www.keywestpride.org. ….sponsored by Venus Charters.

KEY WEST PRIDE FEST PARADE…..June 12^th… The KW Gay & Lesbian Community Center is honoring military vets and current service members during Sunday’s Pride Fest Parade….taking place at 5 pm along Duval from Front St. to south St.

CAROLE MACCARTEE ACTING WORKSHOPS AT RED BARN…. Director/actor Carole MacCartee holds her 20^th summer acting classes. The first workshop is Scene Study…meets Mon. & Fri. at the Red Barn from 7 to 10 pm……begins June 13 & ends with a final performance on July 25. Cost is $250. The second workshop is Monologue Auditions….meets Wed. from 7 to 10 pm…begins on June 15….final performance on July 25….Cost is $150 for a 6 week class. For more info call Carole at 296-5587. Classes limited to 15 students each.

HOT DEAL AT CAMILLE’S RESTAURANT….. During the month of June, Camille’s Restaurant at 1202 Simonton St. is offering Half Off Prices on all Dinner Entrees! Call 296-4811 for reservations! Thanks, Denise…you are a doll!

CAST FOR WATERFRONT SHOW ANNOUNCED…… Congrats to the following who will be starring in the Waterfront Playhouse production of ‘The 25^th Putnam County spelling Bee’ next season…….Gayla Morgan, Joe McMurray, Marc Crow, Kristen Michelle, Justin Ahearn, Eric Cole, Jessica Miano Kruel, and Kennedy Pugh.

THE WINE COTTAGE ON EATON…… Formerly ABC Knitting Key West, this is now called The Wine Cottage on Eaton….featuring ‘Big Pecker’ wine….stop & see great changes…Wine, Art, antiques & Make Your Own Gift Baskets….located at 930 Eaton St.

HAPPY JUNE 9^TH BIRTHDAY TO…… handsome filmmaker, STEVE PANARIELLO……and to that sweet JENNIE WOLF.

HAPPY JUNE 9^TH ANNIVERSARY TO….. special couple, SHIRLEY & FRANK PIKU!

Love to YOU…and Remember….. Believe that friendship is an honor and privilege. If you want trust, trust others. If you want respect, respect others. If you want loyalty, be loyal. If you want help, help others. If you want love and peace in your life, give them away. If you want great friends….be one! That’s how it works!

Lynda